Interested in attending but not a high school student? The Mini Med School curriculum is designed for students in grades 10-12, but a limited number of seats are reserved for the public each year. These seats are intended for retired health care professionals and teachers/educators.

Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. As space is limited, registration does not guarantee a seat.

The next Mini Med School will be held October-November 2019. Topic and registration details will be available Spring 2019.

Are you affiliated with the research community at BC Children's Hospital? A limited number of seats are also reserved for students mentored by researchers or individuals affiliated with staff onsite. Contact reseduc@bcchr.ca for details.

Are you a student in grade 10-12 interested in attending Mini Med School?Students must be nominated by a teacher to attend this event and cannot register themselves.Students who register as a member of the public will not be given a seat for the series.

Outside the Lower Mainland? The series is held at BC Children's Hospital in Vancouver and registered attendees are expected to attend all sessions in-person. For those outside the area, the sessions are recorded and available for online viewing within 48 hours. Registration is not required to watch the sessions online.

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